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This collection is always known for their Rock and Roll and vintage vibe all in one. Although their models are skinny and young this is a brand coveted by average sized celebrities (John Legend, Wayne Gretzky, Nick Jonas) and by our 35+ big and tall guys the most.

6. GOTSTYLE Slim Basic Dress Pant. If you’re tired of baggy dress pants don’t sleep on grabbing this pair! They fit perfectly if you like a slim fit with little break, and they come in navy and gray.

7. If you’re sick n’ tired of cold fingies while you call an uber get a pair of touchscreen gloves– leather touchscreen gloves… because you’re an adult.

This Quill & Tine Leather glove went from $170 to $119to 83.30 with the additional 30%.

8. The plaid dress pant is the onion of vegetable world. Underrated, and works with everything. Grab this pair on sale from $175 to $61.25

9. You know that shirt you love so much you buy it in every colour– every season? This is that sweater. Moto jacket, blazer? Getchu a sweater that can do both.

10. For an everyday sneaker that’s more silicon valley than slob, this is the pair. We’re pretty sure every tech founder in SF has a pair. John Varvatos Hattan Low Tops. Get them additional 30% off of $181 from $258.

The Vintage tee trend has become the new way of expressing your taste through badass merchandise.

Heard of Marilyn Manson? Nope. Know a member of Metallica? Nada! Doesn’t matter. Infamous graphics from bands like Metallica, Kiss, Iron Maiden, Guns n’ Roses and even Tupac are blowing up in this new vintage tee trend.

The t-shirts are reminiscent of the counter culture that was associated with that particular brand. Lets look at the different ways celebs are putting their spin on the vintage tee trend.

1. Oversized/Baggy

This works when you’re in your 20’s and/or you wake up with an IDGAFOS attitude.
This is a street style look so feel the need to layer under your baggy band shirt.
If you’d rather put a piece on top, pick a just-as-distressed denim jacket to match with super skinny rock n roll jeans.

Here is how the style Gods of the moment are rocking the baggy band t-shirt look.

Justin Bieber in a Iron Maiden band tee

Kanye wears Queen Vintage Tee

Pharell in vintage Tupac Tee

2. True to Size

If you’re not in your 20’s chances are you actually did listen to Iron Maiden, Metallica, Queen, Guns N’ Roses, The Who, Tupac, this automatically entitles you to own his trend, again.

*Remember, Dad’s– Kanye is a dad too.

Johnothan Chaban wearing a fake Kris Jenner tour tee

Kanye West in Guns N’ Roses Tee

3. Python Show Style

For those who work hard, and play hard… who wants tickets?
Expert Tip: Roll your sleeves to give your boxy old band shirt more tailored look through the arms.

Kellan Lutz (Twilight) wearing it 100% correct

Harry Styles in Ramones Tee

David Beckham in The Stone Roses Tee

The vintage tee trend is a great way of showing off your taste in nostalgic merchandise. But buying these ain’t cheap. Some vintage tees are going for over $300 USD on eBay.

So, unless you carefully stored your t-shirts from the 80’s… JOAT dropped a collection of vintage inspired tees just for you. These ones are made with stretchy super soft fabric that (sorry to say it) might be better than the real thing.

NYFS Sport Coats

Canadian brand “Not Your Father’s Suit” has been a go to Gotstyle jacket for quite some time. The brand fits all body types but has become a favourite to our big and tall clientele. Jacket sizes range in 38-46T. This season boasts bold plaid Italian fabrics produced right here in Canada.

Paradigma Shoes

Gotstyle welcomes a new line of handmade all leather shoes from Portugal. Paradigma shoe makers have been producing high quality handmade shoes for over two generations. They are known as experts of blake construction system. Blake welt construction means provides a close cut and fewer layers making them more flexible.

All styles can be purchased at Bathurst and Distillery locations.

Paradigma Shoes

Garment Project

Copenhagen based brand Garment Project is driven by a passion for meticulous Scandinavian look in a fine balance with an effortless and eye-catching look.

Sneakers in timeless design contrasted by a contemporary focus make Garment Project stand out as a supplier of wardrobe essentials for both Girls and Gents. Crafted for style and comfort and with a touch of understated textural intrigue, our relaxed sneakers and clean boots will give an elevated touch to every outfit. Much energy is put into developing a new range of accessories to reflect and accentuate our sneakers, and as of Spring 2016 our first collection of bags with reach the shops.

At Garment Project we are experts in creating an unmistakable line of must-have products – for everyone who appreciates easy-to-wear fashion and value for money.

New Arrivals From Sand Copenhagen

“Sand’s SS16 collection is all about structures and textures. Nothing is just flat anymore. It is about the mixture of fabrics and the experiment of classic fabrics in new constructions. It has Japanese influences with graphics, calligraphic and floral prints meeting in a full picture of a carefree spirit and easy-to-wear attitude.”

John Varvatos is a brand we look to for edgy menswear influenced by rock ‘n’ roll.
His pieces are a perfect balance of modern tailoring and that 90’s grunge/vintage style.
Think graphic tees, leather jackets, relaxed t-shirts and cool blazers.

The brand isn’t designed with an age in mind but rather a particular vibe. It’s for the guys
who are rebellious and like to push boundaries. The guy who walks with a sense of
authority but still manages to maintain a laidback attitude. If you’re that guy, you’re
a JV guy.

A couple of our favourite pieces from this season include a leather jacket that has fabric sleeves,
their Bowery denim which comes in a range of colours, and the “This Ain’t A Disco”
tee that really epitomizes the culture of the brand. Scroll down to take a look at some of
the John Varvatos pieces we got in- available in store and online.

A great blazer is one of the most reliable and versatile pieces in any guy’s wardrobe. The classic way to wear a blazer is similar to a suit jacket — with a dress shirt and tie — but slightly less formal (the jacket isn’t a matching set with the suit pants). The differences between a blazer, sport coat, and suit jacket can be subtle, but they’re important to know.

Think you’ve got the classic blazer look covered? Great. Let’s step up your style to the next level, and explore 5 new looks to make the most of your awesome blazers that have been trapped in the confines of nine to five.

A double breasted blazer with dark denim is a modern power look any guy can pull off. The double breasted blazer is bold, so pair it with a solid colour dress shirt and let the blazer do the talking. Always keep the inside button and upper outside button fastened when standing. The only time you shouldn’t do up a button is if your blazer has multiple rows of buttons on the centre. If that’s the case, the same rule as with single breasted blazers applies — leave the bottom button undone.

Make sure that when wearing jeans with dress shoes the jeans are well tapered at the bottom, like on our model above. This will add height and slim down your look. If the front cuff of your jeans covers either of the monkstraps, it’s a sign the cuffs are too wide.

It may not be what you’re used to, but trust me, tapered lower legs are the way to avoid the dreaded “dad jean flare” you may not even realize you’ve been rocking. Once you wear one pair of properly tapered jeans and see the difference, you’ll never go back.

Throw your best dark blazer on over a designer tee, jeans, and military style boots to pull off a Justin Theroux inspired rocker look. Some tips to make sure you do it right:

Treat this as a casual look. A t-shirt with a blazer is cool. A t-shirt with a blazer when everyone else is wearing a suit? Not so cool.

Make sure your jeans are tapered right. Come on man, we already talked about this.

Let your boots develop some character.

Leave the blazer unbuttoned — with a t-shirt, better to keep it casual.

The t-shirt should hit just below your belt.

Avoid tight tees. When wearing a t-shirt with a blazer, try not to look too…slick. I like to gently tug on the collar of my shirts before wearing them under a blazer. A bit of a slouchy look is perfect. You’re not wearing this to a black tie event anyways, so it’s cool to grunge up this particular blazer look.

Here’s where a blazer can be useful as a transitional layering piece. Pair a casual, natural shoulder blazer like this one with a hoodie, joggers, and luxe sneakers for a super comfy outfit that will turn heads. In the right way.

Make sure the hoodie is thin. Not just any hoodie will work — too thick and it won’t layer nicely with a properly tailored blazer. As much as you love your college sweater, save it for the couch and opt for a sleeker fitting piece.

Seize this opportunity to wear your coolest, boldest sneakers (as long as they match what you’re wearing above the ankles). Joggers were made popular by sneakerheads because they show off a guy’s kicks — so go all out! An eye-catching pair like these ones from Sully Wong elevate the look from good to great.

This preppy spring/summer look works best with a navy blazer. Start with a polo, tucked or untucked (I prefer untucked, but either can work). Roll up your blazer sleeves a bit, even cuff your pants at the ankle if you feel like it. Slim fit chinos are a must, especially when your loafers tie in to the rest of the outfit as well as these ones do.

This is a great transitional layering outfit for fall days when you don’t quiiite need a jacket yet, or the end of winter when you’ve ditched your parka for the season. The different textures (fuzzy flannel on the blazer, herringbone pattern pants) complement well and are way comfier than you’re used to for a look this sharp. The thin crew neck sweater under the blazer gives you some flexibility on whether to button or unbutton.

Last thing — show some cuff. Having that sweater peek out from both the chest and sleeves may not be something everyone notices, but those who do will appreciate the attention to detail.

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Ready to pull the trigger on your new blazer look? Our team of stylists is here to help, with private appointments and free wardrobe consultations. Book your appointment today at 416-260-9696 or info@gotstyle.ca.

Remember to bring your blazer(s) with you when you shop. Try layering them with different pieces, and see what works best for you!

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